Concert Programs

The following are suggested thematic program descriptions for flute and piano recital. The booking of pianists varies depending upon availability. Karen Kevra performs regularly with a number of excellent concert pianists including Jeffrey Chappell, Alison Cerutti, Paul Orgel, and Jeewon Park. Ms. Kevra is also available for performance as soloist with orchestra. Requests for programs with mixed instrumentation (such as flute, cello, and piano trio, or flute and guitar duo) can be made on the contact page by leaving an e-mail message. All programs are available as a recital or recital with commentary.

French Connection - The Moyse LegacyThis personal and accessible all-French program, traces the lineage of the French flute repertoire from Baroque through modern works. This program emphasizes the connections between the compositions generated by the Paris Conservatory commissions, and the venerable father and son flutists Marcel and Louis Moyse.

Suggested repertoire choices:

Michel Blavet, Sonata in G major "L'Henriette"

Gabriel Fauré, Fantasie

Jules Mouquet, La Flute de Pan

Cecile Chaminade, Concertino

Claude Debussy, Syrinx for solo flute

Francis Poulenc, Sonate

Maurice Ravel, Piece en forme de Habanera

Georges Hüe, Fantasie

Phillipe Gaubert, Sonate

Henri Dutilleux, Sonatine

Louis Moyse, First Sonata

Louis Moyse, Second Sonata

Louis Moyse, Pastorale for solo flute

VariationsAudiences are intrigued by Variations for their accesibility and drama. This program includes Variations from light-hearted to emotionally intense. Costume changes optional.